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Hours through May 31st

Friday-Sunday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

First Friday of the Month: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Monday-Thursday: Closed

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Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94619

Home of NASA Ames Visitor Center, Chabot Space & Science Center is a non-profit science center that serves Oakland and the greater Bay Area with an Observatory, Planetarium, exhibition galleries and more.

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First Friday

ART X SCIENCE

April 4, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Discover the incredible fusion of creativity and discovery at First Friday: ART X SCIENCE! Bring your poetry & songs for a space & science-inspired open mic, craft cosmic zines using imagery from real space telescopes, explore a pop-up gallery of astronomical art, and take a glimpse behind the curtain with the filmmakers behind Dear Moon, a short film told from the perspective of Earth’s closest galactic companion, the Moon.

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Paint & Sip

The Sky in Bloom

April 10, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Celebrate the season of renewal with Chabot Space & Science Center’s cosmic springtime Paint & Sip! Lyrid Night Symphony invites guests to capture the serene beauty of April’s Lyrid Meteor Shower through art. This event pairs step-by-step painting instruction with fascinating astronomy insights about the Lyrid Shower, the constellation Lyra, and springtime celestial wonders. Enjoy wine, light bites, and a memorable evening of creativity.

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Family Nature Adventures

Let’s Chat About Scat – Tracking Animals of the Redwood Forest!

April 12, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Get the scoop on poop and uncover the wild secrets of our local fauna! Learn how to identify animals by their tracks, eating habits, and yes—scat! Dive into the fascinating clues these creatures leave behind. Take your new skills into the forest on a guided walk to uncover signs of wildlife and their habitats. Discover the secrets of the forest’s inhabitants in this fun and educational adventure.

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The mission of Chabot Space & Science Center is to inspire and educate learners of all ages about the Universe and Planet Earth.